1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,982 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | Giulia | 850 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |